Tyrant Sky Martial Soul

Chapter 1298: Chapter 1298: Harvest Day

”Alright, since you’re cooperating so well, I’ll keep my promise.”

Ling Xiao leaped tens of meters away, then snapped his fingers once more, causing Corpse Granny’s body to explode on the spot.

Shattered to pieces.

The Storage Ring, now returned to its smaller size, fell to the ground and was picked up by Ling Xiao.

Corpse Granny’s Storage Ring was truly extraordinary, as it contained mostly preserved corpses, along with some Spirit Stones and a book titled *Hell Reincarnation Technique*.

This should be a form of witchcraft, distinct from Martial Arts, requiring specific conditions for its use.

Ling Xiao stuffed it directly into his own Storage Ring without examining it.

He could research it when he had time.

Inside Seng Li’s Storage Ring were plenty of Spirit Stones—this guy was clearly greedy—and it also contained a book, which seemed to be the Martial Arts Secret Manual *Cave Heaven Scripture*.

The purpose of this Martial Arts Secret Manual was quite straightforward: to assist Martial Artists in condensing the Cave Realm and strengthening it.

For Ling Xiao at present, this was quite fitting.

Without hesitation, he claimed it outright.

Combined with the other Storage Rings from Blue Wave Island’s people, he had amassed quite a collection of Martial Arts manuals, which he could later place in the Sky Martial Hall when he returned to the Heavenly Dragon Continent.

Ling Xiao was well aware that the most critical foundation of a powerful nation wasn’t population or territory—it was strong individuals.

Hence, from the very beginning of building the Heavenly Dynasty, he had instituted the Sky Martial Hall.

This Sky Martial Hall was not only responsible for matters concerning Under Heaven’s Martial Artists but also served as a repository for various Martial Arts accessible to all citizens of the Heavenly Dynasty.

From the age of three, every citizen could receive a free Martial Arts education spanning twelve years.

After that, their progress would depend on their own fortune.

In this way, young boys and girls of the Heavenly Dynasty would no longer miss out on their prime cultivation years due to family circumstances.

If someone truly achieved outstanding results after the twelve years of free Martial Arts education, they could even be admitted to institutions like the Chosen Academy, Sky Dynasty Academy, or Sky Martial Hall for advanced studies.

Ling Xiao strongly encouraged the development of Sects.

In addition to the Empire’s efforts to establish several Martial Arts Holy Lands, powerful Martial Artists could receive policy support to create their own Sects or academies.

Currently, not only Ling Xiao was scouring for Martial Arts Secret Manuals, but other Martial Artists within the Heavenly Dynasty Empire were doing the same.

They could frequently be seen at auctions.

Many adventuring teams also carried their striking presence.

This was the hope for revitalizing the Heavenly Dynasty Empire, and no one dared to slack off.

Everyone was working hard, hoping to help the Heavenly Dynasty Empire grow stronger.

After all, strong enemies surrounded them, and relying solely on Array Formations for defense was unrealistic—a sufficient number of powerful Martial Artists was essential.

Let’s circle back to the main topic.

In the decrepit temple, all of Blue Wave Island’s representatives were killed.

Two Deputy Island Masters, accompanied by a group of elite and formidable Martial Artists, had come to Crime City intending to do two things: locate the Imperial Jade Seal and kill Ling Xiao to avenge their fallen disciples.

But neither task was accomplished—inside the decrepit temple, they all became dead souls under Ling Xiao’s blade.

The origin of this incident wasn’t complicated.

The process was straightforward.

Corpse Granny framed Ling Xiao, ultimately provoking Ling Xiao’s violent rage, leading to their slaughter.

Of course, Stewart Scarlett’s near-death experience also served as a catalyst.

Now Blue Wave Island was essentially reduced to only Master Mo Island, the Commander with an Empty Staff, and Moore Christopher Blade wielding the Blue Wave Sword.

After this incident, Blue Wave Island was destined to be removed from the Seven Martial Islands—just like Pixiu Island in the past.

Blue Wave Island had committed numerous atrocities worthy of divine wrath; there’s no way they wouldn’t have enemies seeking revenge.

Even if they had no enemies, let’s not forget they occupied the resource-rich Blue Wave Island, which other factions were bound to covet.

As for whether the Black Crow Empire or the Phoenix God Empire would destroy them first, Ling Xiao didn’t care.

At this moment, he gazed coldly at the corpses on the ground, devoid of any sympathy.

He vividly remembered these people’s arrogance and tyranny.

Not once did they give him or Stewart Scarlett a chance to explain—their shamelessness had reached new heights.

If people like them don’t die, then Heaven itself must truly be blind.

Ling Xiao’s concerns at this moment, however, were about Stewart Scarlett.

Even though he spoke with indifference, claiming her life or death was none of his business, he couldn’t accept her simply dying inside.

Come on, if Stewart Scarlett were to die, then Ling Xiao might as well not call himself an Alchemist anymore—this was his battle for honor.

”My dear disciple, how do you plan to save her? Don’t forget, the medicine required to save her—a high-grade Mystical Pill, the *Returning Heaven Pill*—is far beyond your current ability to refine. Even if I were to lend you my strength, it would still be impossible. Refining pills is not like combat; it’s far more complex.”

Yuan Venerate obviously understood Ling Xiao’s thoughts and spoke to him via Soul Transmission.

Ling Xiao, now extremely weakened, sensed someone watching from afar. He turned to Leng Mei and said, ”Let’s head back first.”

If he fainted now, Leng Mei would be the only one left to fend for them both, and Ling Xiao didn’t want to become a burden or drag her down at this time.

Therefore, heading back was imperative.

On the way, he replied to Yuan Venerate using Soul Transmission, ”Master, I understand that with my current capabilities, I can’t save that woman. But as you can see, she was willing to testify for me under such circumstances—I, Ling Xiao, do not wish to owe anyone such a favor.”

”I know you’re a good child, so let me assist you one more time.”

Yuan Venerate continued, ”Although I can’t help you refine the *Returning Heaven Pill*, there’s another pill you can make yourself—the *Turtle Breath Pill*.”

”Turtle Breath Pill?”

”Yes, this pill is merely a Yellow Grade Super Medicine, something much more within your reach. Have her take it, and it will put her into a state of simulated death.

Even if ten days pass, she still won’t die or deplete her life force. She will remain in a simulated death state, unable to do anything else. Still, you’ll need to discuss this decision with her.”

Yuan Venerate explained.

”No need to discuss—I’ll just do it.”

Ling Xiao wasn’t one for unnecessary deliberation; he feared that talking it over with Stewart Scarlett would lead to hesitation and refusal on her part.

After all, the hope for acquiring the *Returning Heaven Pill* was extraordinarily slim; seven days of normal living might seem preferable to many.

For Ling Xiao, there was no point wasting time explaining things.

He wanted to save Stewart Scarlett—not because she asked him to but because he decided to do so.

Even if Stewart Scarlett ended up committing suicide after he saved her, Ling Xiao wouldn’t dwell on it.

Right now, his sole intent was to save her—simple as that.

In the pile of corpses, Zhanɡ Tian De and Representative Yan finally emerged; it had been over ten minutes since Ling Xiao left.

Their delay was due to fear and caution.

”I can’t believe this was all Ling Xiao’s doing. Are we still going to fight over the Imperial Jade Seal?”

Zhanɡ Tian De drew in a sharp breath and asked.

”What’s there to be afraid of? That boy must’ve used some kind of method to temporarily boost his strength, but ultimately, he’s alone and outnumbered. Besides, the Imperial Jade Seal isn’t in his possession right now, so why not fight for it?”

Representative Yan, proving he was indeed from the Water Temple, showed greater boldness.